David Beckham: Life in Pictures

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Young David David Beckhams father was a kitchen fitter and his mother was a hairdresser. Although their careers had nothing to do with soccer, both of Davids parents were diehard Manchester United fans. Growing up, David became equally enthused about the team, and eventually began to play...

Young David David Beckhams father was a kitchen fitter and his mother was a hairdresser. Although their careers had nothing to do with soccer, both of Davids parents were diehard Manchester United fans. Growing up, David became equally enthused about the team, and eventually began to play... (David Guttenfelder / Associated Press)

Drama In 2004, Davids former assistant, Rebecca Loos, sparked drama by claiming that the two had had an affair. To add to the drama, an Australian model named Sarah Marbeck alleged that she too had been involved with David.

Drama In 2004, Davids former assistant, Rebecca Loos, sparked drama by claiming that the two had had an affair. To add to the drama, an Australian model named Sarah Marbeck alleged that she too had been involved with David. (Torsten Blackwood / AFP/Getty Images)

TV Why act when you can just shoot reality documentaries? "The Real Beckhams" detailed David and Victorias move to Madrid. "Full Length & Fabulous: The Beckhams' World Cup Party" watched Victoria and David prepping their World Cup party, and showed the party itself. "Victoria Beckham: Coming...

TV Why act when you can just shoot reality documentaries? "The Real Beckhams" detailed David and Victorias move to Madrid. "Full Length & Fabulous: The Beckhams' World Cup Party" watched Victoria and David prepping their World Cup party, and showed the party itself. "Victoria Beckham: Coming...